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Gastric Tonometry    
Early Warning of Tissue Hypoperfusion
by Daria C. Ruffolo, Ruffolo, RN, MSN, CS, CCRN, ACNP, TNS, TNCC and M. Roseann Cannon, CRNA, MHS
CE226-60 l 1.00 hr

Gastric Tonometry - CE226-60
Objectives:

The goal of this program is to enhance nurses’ understanding of monitoring tissue perfusion through the use of gastric tonometry. After you study the information presented here, you will be able to —

  • Define the role of the gut as a monitor for early, accurate warning of tissue hypoperfusion
  • Identify traditional methods used to monitor tissue perfusion.
  • Describe physiological underpinnings of gastric tonometry and its technical limitations related to accuracy of measurements

Course expires on 12/31/2010
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